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May 18th: Walk on Camaderry - Wicklow (Moderate/difficult)

May 26th: Walk Slieve Blooms - Offaly

June 1st : Photography Lanscape Workshop (Booked Out)

June 22nd: Full Moon Walk - Enniskerry (Easy)

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About the Dublin and Wicklow Mountains

 

Just over an hour’s drive from the hustle and bustle of Dublin lies the stunning Wicklow Mountains National Park. The range covers much of the picturesque County Wicklow on Ireland’s east coast, altogether totalling an area of just under 50,000 acres. Among the vast area are a number of locations worth visiting including the Lugnaquilla, Liffey Head Bog complexes as well as the historic Glendalough Wood Nature Reserve. Visitors will be sure to experience a variety of Irish wildlife, from deer to Peregrine Falcons.

sugarloaf wicklowThe long winding mountainous roads prove a treat for any driver heading to Wicklow. Fast flowing streams zig-zag throughout the landscape, providing a number of opportunities for keen fishermen. The lakes at the bottom of the beautifully wooded valleys welcome the speeding steams and are an ideal place to crack open the picnic hamper.

With over one million visitors travelling from the Dublin to the National Park each year, there could be a worry for some about possible overcrowding but the vast open vistas in Wicklow make it seem as though there is nobody else there. There is an array of accommodation available and many visitors to the Irish capital are tempted to spend some of their time in Wicklow’s magnificent scenery.

The Glendalough Valley has always been a must-see for people visiting the area, with the ancient monastic settlement of St. Kevin. While there are usually a fair number of tourists around in the summer, visiting out of season is often an option for those seeking some quality Irish tranquillity away from the coach-load of our American brethren. Even when the National Park is at its busiest, it is still just a short walk into the mountains for a seemingly different world altogether.

Those wanting to enjoy some activities for their groups or individually will be spoilt for choice with the complimentary services available, from field trips, nature walks, lectures as well as a number of worthwhile workshops. With these options available, it makes Wicklow a great resort for the whole family as well as being ideal for just Mum and Dad.

 

 


 

Glendalough Co. Wicklow

OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Walking time: 2 -3 hrs
Meeting: 11:00 in Glendalough Hotel Lounge
Price: €25
Pick up from Suffolk Street Main Tourist Office.
@ 9:25am
.... €10 return, (pay on the day for transport)
Places are limited so book early

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GlendaloughWalk in Glendalough County Wicklow.

This is a fantastic walk with excellent views for very little effort, suitable for beginners as an introduction walk. Glendalough is an area of oustanding beauty in the Wicklow Mountains National Park. As this is an introdutory walk, some basic advice about equipment, leave no trace policy and keeping safe on the hills will be given.

There are multiple number of walks in this area to choose from. This walk will be about 3hrs through a forested trail overlooking the monastic site of St Kevin and by the Pollanass Waterfall.

We will be stopping for a bite to eat along the way so bring a packed lunch.

How to get there:

The best way to get to Glendalough from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Get off it at Kilmacanogue and head for the Roundwood / Glendalough / Laragh direction. Go through Roundwood, then Annamoe and to Laragh. Follow the Road towards Glendalough and the Hotel is just on the left.
 

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The Spinc - Glendalough Co. Wicklow

OSI : Mapsheet: 56
Walking time: approx 4hrs
Graded: Moderate
Meeting: 11:00 in Glendalough Hotel Lounge
Price: €25

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Details of Walk:

Starting from the upper car park of Glendalough take what is know as the blue and white trail in this area. Passing along the front of the upper lake, then passing by Pollanass Waterfall and continuing on a forested track. There will be a choice to take the steps onto the Spinc or go another trail onto it. The Spinc which basically translates into a steep drop overlooks the upper lake. We will have beautiful views from here across the whole of Glendalough Valley. We keep on this board walk around the whole of the upper lake across Gleneola river by bridge.Glendalough Then make our way back to the starting point down the zig zags and past the old mining village. This is one of the best walks in the whole of the Glendalough.

How to get there:

The best way to get to Glendalough from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Get off it at Kilmacanogue and head for the Roundwood / Glendalough / Laragh direction. Go through Roundwood, then Annamoe and to Laragh. Follow the Road towards Glendalough and the Hotel is just on the left.

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The Slieve Blooms - Giants Grave Loop

Distance: 14Km
Walking time: approx 4hrs
Graded: Moderate
Meeting: 10:45 in Cadamstown
Price: €25

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Details of Walk:

Starting from Camadstown this walk is a mix of lane ways, forest track, and old road ways.  The Slieve Blooms in summer are spectacular and hopefully we’ll get some of that stunning scenery as we venture out on this unique trail.  Cadamstown is situated at the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, on the banks of the Silver River in County Offaly. The town was at one time home to Charles O'Carroll whose Grandson was a signatory of the Declaration of American Independence in 1776.  So this hike will be steeped in history! .slieveblooms

 

How to get there:

See Google map for location of starting point.

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Enniskerry - Shankill DMW


Walking time: approx 4hrs
Graded: Easy / Moderate
Meeting: 11:00 Clock Tower, Enniskerry Village.
Price: €25
Pick up available from Suffolk Street Main Tourist Office.
@ 10:15am.... €10 return, (pay on the day for transport)
Places are limited so book early

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Details of Walk:

From Enniskerry we will take the road out towards the Scalp to join the Dublin Mountains Way. This trail will take us up along to the top of the scalp with fantastic views across north Wicklow. We follow this trail then through Barnaslingan woods, which a great mix of both pine and deciduous trees. From here we continue onto Carrickgolligan for great 360 degree views across the Irish Coast line, Dublin and Wicklow, we could stop here for a bite to eat. From here we make our way through Rathmichael and onto Shankill.Glendalough

 

How to get there:

The best way to get to Enniskerry from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Take the turn for Bray North or Greystones, follow the directions back across the N11 onto to the other side and take minor road signposted for Enniskerry.

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Glendalough to Glenmalure

OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Walking time:approx 5hrs...Ascent 500m.
Walk Type: moderate
Meeting: 10:30am Glenmalure Lodge,Drumgoff Crossroads.
Price: €25

Places are limited so book early

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Glenmalure is steeped in history and very proud of its past in the Irish rebellion of 1798. It was also a favorite hideout for many Irish Rebels with its location being so close to Dublin. Some of the most famous would include Michael Dwyer and Robert Emmet. It was also the strong hold of Fiach Mc Hugh O Byrne, the last Celtic Chief in this region.

Starting from the Glendalough Hotel we will follow the Wicklow way trial along the lower lake on the opposite side to the monastic site of St GlenmalureKevin towards the Poolanas waterfall. From here we will leave the trail and go towards what is locally known as the Spinc trail overlooking the Upper lake and the whole valley of Glendalough, one of the most scenic views in all of Wicklow. We will then take another trail and rejoin the Wicklow Way on the side of Mullacor and towards the Valley of Glenmalure. As we descend into the Glenmalure valley we have fantastic views across South Wicklow and Lugnaquillia, the highest mountain in Leinster. We will continue on the Wicklow Way trail down through a forested track to Drumgoff Crossroads and the Glenmalure lodge where you can enjoy a well deserved drink or bite to eat.

 

How to get there:

The best way to get to Glendalough from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Get off it at Kilmacanogue and head for the Roundwood / Glendalough / Laragh direction. Go through Roundwood, then Annamoe and to Laragh. Take the left at Lyhnams and follow this road out look out for a right turn saying Glenmalure, follow this road until you get to the Drumgoff Crossroads.
 

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Tinahealy Loop Walk

OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Walking time:approx 4hrs...Ascent 300m.
Walk Type: moderate
Meeting: Tinahealy Madeline’s Coffee Shop 11:30am
Price: €25
Contact Guide Dairine for more Info: 0861936861

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Hills around TinahelyAs featured on the RTE television show "Eco Eye" on January 18th, 2011 - click here to watch the programme on the RTE Player website.
Tinahely boasts a wonderful selection of looped and linear walks all starting within walking distance of the village. At only 2km from the Wicklow Way, Tinahely is also a perfect base for walkers in the area or a great place of rest for Wicklow Way walkers.
A typical, traditional estate village, with an attractive central market building and adjacent courthouse. The latter now houses the vibrant Tinahely Arts Centre and theatre. The village also has a bank, ATM facility, post office, supermarkets and other shops, a laundrette, as well as a restaurant, coffee shop and several interesting pubs.
 

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Derrybawn - Glendalough Co. Wicklow

OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Walking time: 4 hrs.
Meeting: 11am in Glendalough Hotel Lounge.
Price: €25
Transport available: Pick up from Suffolk Street Main Tourist Office.
@ 9:25am.... €10 return, (pay on the day for transport)
Places are limited so book early

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Details: Starting from the lower car park of Glendalough we follow the orange trail around the side of Derrybawn and then turn left where it Wicklow Waymeets the Wicklow Way trail. We then take a sharp left and start a steep ascent up the side of Derrybawn. Once on top the views over the two lakes of Glendalough are spectacular. We walk along the ridge towards Mullacor and follow a forested trail back to the start.

We will be stopping for a bite to eat along the way so bring a packed lunch.

How to get there:

The best way to get to Glendalough from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Get off it at Kilmacanogue and head for the Roundwood / Glendalough / Laragh direction. Go through Roundwood, then Annamoe and to Laragh. Follow the Road towards Glendalough and the Hotel is just on the left.
 

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Dublin Mountains Way - Tibradden - Fairy Castle - GlenCullen (Johnnie Foxes)

Map: East West Mapping - Dublin Mountains
Time: 4hr
Distance: 12km
Graded: Moderate
Meeting: Johnnie Foxes Glencullen @ 10:30am (Car Pool to the start of the walk, leaving some there to return)
Price: €25

Places are limited so book early

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Details: This is a great walk along part of the Dublin Mountains way.

Starting at Tibradden car park we will follow a trial through the woods towards the summit of Tibradden. From here we will join the Wicklow Way trail towards Fairy Castle (537m), here you get excellent views over the Irish coast line and Dublin Bay. The walk will then take us down Johnnie Foxes Pubtowards Glencree along the east side of Three Rock Mountain. After we come down of three rock there is a long stretch of road back to towards Glencullen crossroads and back to Johnnie foxes for a bite to eat.

 

How to get there:

From Dublin City centre (via N11)
Take the N11 southbound as far as the exit for Cherrywood and Dun-Laoghaire. Turn right at traffic lights for Cherrywood, crossing over the N11. Follow the signs for M50 northbound. >From the M50 take exit 15 for Kilternan and Leopardstown. At the roundabout take exit for Kilternan onto the Glenamuck road. At the top of this road (at Palmers Pub) turn left, and take the 1st turn right at the Statoil garage. Continue on this road for approx 2 ½ miles and Johnnie Foxs Pub will be on the right. (From the City Centre, traffic allowing, journey time is about 25 minutes)
 

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Castle Howard, the Mottee Stone and Avoca Mines Walk, Wicklow

Walking time: 3 - 4 hrs.
Type: easy/moderate
Meeting: 14:00 in The Meetings, Avoca
Price: €25 (Entrance into Castle Howard Included)
Pick up from Suffolk Street Main Tourist Office.
@ 12:25pm
.... €10 return, (pay on the day for transport)
Places are limited so book early

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Combine history, geography and physical exercise all in one afternoon! We will visit Castle Howard, a romantic 19th century castle built in 1811 for the younger brother of the Earl of Wicklow as a wedding present. Following our tour of the castle and the gardens, we will then walk uphill to visit the famous "Mottee Stone". This is a large eratic boulder and climbing up the iron handles of the stone,The Clara Vale Avoca you are rewarded with magnificent views over South Wicklow and down to the Glenmalure Valley. Retracing our steps we will walk alongside the open pits of Avoca Mines (copper), pass the recently refurbished Miner's Cross and walk back past old mine buildings to the famous "Meetings of the Waters".

When Thomas Moore wrote "there is not in this wide world a valley so sweet" He may have been doing this very walk. The walk follows along the edge of the Avonmore right up to meetings with Avonbeg.

How to get there:

The best way to get to Avoca from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Take the turn off for Rathnew, Wicklow at the round about in Rathnew take a right towards Rathdrum. This road will bring you around Rathdrum and keep on this raod for Avoca. You will come to the meetings which will be sitting on your left.
 

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Clara Vale to Avoca - Meeting of the Waters Co. Wicklow

OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Walking time: 3 - 4 hrs.
Type: easy/moderate
Meeting: 11:00 in The Meetings, Avoca
Price: €25
Pick up from Suffolk Street Main Tourist Office.
@ 9:25am
.... €10 return, (pay on the day for transport)
Places are limited so book early

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Details: Starting from the smallest Hamlet in Ireland in the beautiful Clara Vale we will follow the Avonmore river towards Avoca through Rathdrum. The Clara Vale has a wonderful deciduous woods of Oak, Holly, beech, ash and elm. It is one of the last remaining sections of thisThe Clara Vale Avoca kind of woodland in Wicklow and the makings of a beautiful walk.

When Thomas Moore wrote "there is not in this wide world a valley so sweet" He may have been doing this very walk. The walk follows along the edge of the Avonmore right up to meetings with Avonbeg.

We will be stopping for a bite to eat along the way so bring a packed lunch.

How to get there:

The best way to get to Avoca from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Take the turn off for Rathnew, Wicklow at the round about in Rathnew take a right towards Rathdrum. This road will bring you around Rathdrum and keep on this raod for Avoca. You will come to the meetings which will be sitting on your left.
 

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Camaderry "The way of the Oak"

OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Walking time: 4 -5 hrs.
Graded: Moderate/ Strenuous
Meeting: 11:00 in Glendalough Hotel Lounge.
Price: €25
Pick up from Suffolk Street Main Tourist Office.
@ 9:25am
.... €10 return, (pay on the day for transport)
Places are limited so book early

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Details: Starting from the upper car park of Glendalough we take a trail on the west side of the upper lake by the educational centre. This trail gradually climbs the north spur of Camaderry. We will continue our ascent towards the summit with Glendasan to our right. The views are fantastic along this track with open mountain sides all around us. We will then make our descent by taking a left before Turlough hill towards Gleneola River and back down through the old mining village and back down through the old mining village.

How to get there:

The best way to get to Glenmalure from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Get off it at Kilmacanogue and head for the Roundwood / Glendalough / Laragh direction. Go through Roundwood, then Annamoe and to Laragh. Follow the Road towards Glendalough and the Hotel is just on the left.
 

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Coumshinaun and Crottys Rock (The Comeragh Mountains)


Walking time: 4-5 hrs.
Meeting: 11:00 Kilclooney wood on the Lemybrien to Carrick on Suir Road (R676), 4km past Mahon Bridge
Price: €25

coumshinaunDetails: An ascent round Coumshinaun (792m)returning via Crottys Rock,with majestic views along the route of the copper coastline,
the Galty mountains,the Knockmealdown mountains and the Blackstair mountains.

Meeting point: Kilclooney wood on the Lemybrien to Carrickonsuir Road(r676) 4km past Mahon Bridge

 

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Luggala and Lough Tay

OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Walking time: 3 - 4 hrs.
Meeting: 11:00 Lough tay (Wicklow Way Car Park)
Price: €25

Lough Tay

This is a fantastic walk with some of the finest views in north Wicklow. Walking above Lough Tay over Luggala Mountain and looking over the Guinness Estate. From the road at Lamb’s bridge we will cross an open field and cross the river below feeding into Lough Tay. We will then gently climb along the side of Luggala. Once on top the views are spectacular over north Wicklow and Lough Tay. The mountains of Djouce, War Hill and white hill are also visible to the north.

How to get to meeting point: Wicklow Way Car Park

How to get start of Walk:

The best way to get to Lough Tay from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Get off it at Kilmacanogue and head for the Roundwood / Glendalough / Laragh direction. Along this road R755 you will pass the Djouce Golf club on your left shortly after this to you right there is a B+B called the sycamore and then a right turn towards Sally Gap on the R759. Follow this road for 3km and you will see the lake to your left. As you travel up you will see a few car parks on the right, watch for a big one for the Wicklow way.
 

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Lugnaquillia Wicklow's Highest mountain

Height: 925 metres
OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Meeting: Donard 11am
Walking time: 5 -6 hrs.
Price: €35

GlenmalureThis is the highest mountain in Wicklow and the 13th highest in Ireland which also makes it one of the Munros (mountains over 2000m).
No Boots, No Walk

Meeting at 11:00 in Donard Co. Wicklow.

Details: From Donard onto Camarahill towards the summit of Lugnaquillia (Munro) 925m highest point in Leinster. Excellent views in all directions from the summit and on a clear day you can see the mouintaisn of Mourne, all the peaks in Wicklow and even as far as Wales. From the summit we will travel  in a NW direction to Camenabologue and from there cut across back towards Fentons pub.

How to get there:

Tek the N81 out past Tallaght, Blessington, continue past the turn for Hollywood and Glendalough and about 5Km along you will see a left hand turn for Donard.

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Tibradden - Fairy Castle


Meeting:Tibradden Car park 7:30pm
Walking time: 2 -3 hrs.
Price: €25
Pick up available from Dublin Suffolk St Tourism Office.
Stephen's Green @ 6:30pm
.... €10 return, pay on the day.
Places are limited so book early

GlenmalureThis is part of the new Dublin Mountains Way with an open cairn (buriel tomb)
A good track the whole way - walking shoes are suitable.

This walk gives excellent panoramic views of the surrounding landscape of Dublin & Wicklow Mountains.  There is also a well preserved Stone Age passage tomb burial site on top of Tibradden Mountain we will continue onto Fairy House over looking the Irish East coast line along Wicklow and Dublin.

More Details about the walk are here from the Independent

After the walk we can visit the Merry Ploughboy to catch up over a drink.

How to get there:

Details on how to get to tibradden car park are here.

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Tonelagee and the Wicklow Gap

Moderate Walk 4 - 5 hrs
Tonlegee: 570m: length 12Km ascent 500m
Where to Meet: 11:00 in Glendalough Hotel Lounge.
Price: €25
Pick up from Suffolk Street Main Tourist Office.
@ 9:25am
.... €10 return, (pay on the day for transport)
Places are limited so book early


About the Walk:

This area is steeped in history and very proud of its past in the Irish rebellion of 1798. It was also a favorite hideout for many Irish Rebels with its location being so close to Dublin. Some of the most famous would include Michael Dwyer and Robert Emmet.

St Kevins Way

This walk takes us right into the heart of the Wicklow gap and starts at the spectacular Glenmacnass Waterfall. Walking North East we cross the Glenmacnass river. We will immediately start to climb once we have crossed the river although the incline isn’t too steep. This peak offers fantastic views of the Valley below us and Lugnaquilla (the highest mountain in Wicklow) to our left. From here we walk east along the ridge of Tonlegee and over to the Seven Churches crossing the old pilgrimage trail of St Kevin. Depending on the day and the group we could continue onto Mt. Mullaghcleevaun (848m/2,781 ft.) and come down of the ridge at a later point and follow the road back.

 

How to get there:

If your coming from Dublin on the M50 and the N11 take the turn of at Kilmacanogue for Round wood and Glendalough. Drive through Roundwood and head for Annamoe from here you’ll arrive in Laragh. Drive through this small village towards Glendalough Hotel.

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Seefin, Seefingan and Their impressive megalithic Tomb.

standing stone Ireland

Height: 621 metres
OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Grid Ref: O07358 16263
Walking time: 3 -4 hrs.
Price: €25

These mountains are hosts to some of the most impressive buriel tombs in either Dublin or Wicklow. They date back to the neolithic period of Ireland and it's first settlers and farmers during the neolithic period approx 3000BC. In particular the tomb on Seefin which has a collapsed roof is still well preserved with it's main door and the passageway still in tact.

We will start this walk at the Kippure activity center. and follow a trail going north towards Seefingan , then follow the ridge across to Seefin where we stop for lunch and come back down the side of Seefin.

A very enjoyable walk with great views of Counties Dublin and Wicklow on Clear days.

approx 4hrs...ascent 400m....

Meeting at Kippure Activity Center. @ 11:00

How to get there:

Travel to the M50 Ring Road and take the Southbound Carriage-Way. Exit the motorway at Junction 11 (for Tallaght or N81). Follow the N81 towards Blessington.

Approximately 1.6 kilometres (1 mile) after Brittas Village and the Blue Gardenia pub take the left turn marked R759 for Roundwood / Kilbride / Sally Gap.

This is the R759. Follow this road until you come to a left turn just before the village of Manor Kilbride. Signposted for Kippure Estate / Sally Gap / Roundwood / Braveheart Drive. Turn left here!

Kippure Estate is 7 kilometres (4.3 miles) along this road on the right hand side.

Watch out for the green Kippure Estate sign beside the walled entrance.

 

 

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Scarr Mountain and Lough Dan Co. Wicklow

The Wicklow MountainsHeight: 641 metres
OSI :  Mapsheet: 56
Meeting: at 11:00 in Roundwood (beside Coach house Pub)
Walking time: 4 hrs.

This is a fantastic walk with excellent panoramic views across the Wicklow Mountains from the summit of Scarr and into the Wicklow Gap.
The walk will start at Lough Dan, which lies along part of the Wicklow way just outside the town of Roundwood.

This walk offers great views over the mountains of North Wicklow including the Guinness estate. We will then follow the ridge on to the summit of Scarr and stop here for some lunch. Afterwards we will follow a trail onto Kanturk that will bring us back over by Lough Dan and to the start of the walk.

How to get there:

The best way to get to Roundwood from Dublin or Bray would be to get onto the N11 heading south. Get off it at Kilmacanogue and take the directions for Glendalough Roundwood. Passing the sugarloaf, Round wood is approx 10Km further on this road. The Coach House is a black and white building on your left as you enter the towm.
 

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Suitable walking boots, Rain gear, warm clothes, flask of hot drink, WATER, small lunch,
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NB an alternative walk might be chosen on the day depending on the weather but the meeting point will be the same.

 

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Maulin & Powerscourt Waterfall:

Moderate Walk Approx: 2 - 3 hrs
Maulin 570m: 8Km
Where to Meet: Crone Wood @ 11am - route may alter meeting point and time the same.
(Car Pool if you can, save fuel and the enviroment)
Price: Free . Book by sending an email with your contact number to Info@hilltoptreks.ie with National Trails Day on Subject.
Places are limited so please book early.

 

About the Walk:

Starting from the Car Park in Crone wood where we meet. We will join the Wicklow Way through a forested track and out onto the side of Ireland's highest Waterfall "Powerscourt".

Crone Wood, EnniskerryFollowing the trail up and along this waterfall we come out to an opening and cross an old stone wall and onto a path leading up to the top of Maulin, where we can stop for some lunch. We will then continue on to Tonduff South and North. From here we will follow a ridge in an easterly direction towards a dry stone wall and follow this back down to the start of the walk.

We will have excellent views across all of the Dublin Wicklow Mountains and depending on weather Wales can also be seen from here.

The man-made features in this beautiful part of Wicklow – dry stone walls, romantic little cottages, fields bearing the marks of long gone potato ridges – blend perfectly with the landscape and only serve to enhance the feeling of timelessness.

Directions: From Enniskerry Follow the directions for The Powerscourt Waterfall then when at the entrance stay on the road you are on for a further 3 Km. Google Maps Directions

What to Bring for you day walk. Checklist
Suitable walking boots, Rain gear, warm clothes, flask of hot drink, WATER, small lunch,
good socks, hat and gloves and spare top in bag.

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Galtymore, Co.Tipperary

 

Time: 4-5hr
Distance: 10km
Graded: moderate/strenuous
Galtymor: 919m: length 12Km ascent 500m
Where to Meet: Kilbeheny@ 11am
Price: €25

 
Galtymore is the highest mountain in the Galty Mountains area and the 14th highest in Ireland. Galtymore is the highest point in county Limerick and also the highest in Tipperary  

An ascent of Irelands highest inland mountain (Munro) 919m,stunning views on a clear day of the Galty range
the Comeraghs, the Knockmealdowns and the Sunny South East!Galtee Mountains
 

 

Meeting point:

The petrol station at the village of Kilbeheny on the main Mitchelstown to Cahir Road(R639)


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Suitable walking boots, Rain gear, warm clothes, flask of hot drink, WATER, small lunch,
good socks, hat and gloves and spare top in bag.

 

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Howth Head , Co. Dublin

 

Time: 1.5 - 2hr
Distance: 6km
Graded: easy
Where to Meet: Dart Station @ 11am
Price: €25

 

About the walk:
Howth Head, immortalized in James Joyce’s Ulysses, has a bustling village with a Martello tower and a lighthouse. Your walk starts in the centre, skirts along the harbour then leads you up onto a cliff -top path for stunning views. Great views across Dublin Bay and the islands of its coastline.

Howth head
 

Meeting point:

Howth Dart Station @ 11am


What to Bring for you day walk. Checklist
Suitable walking boots, Rain gear, warm clothes, flask of hot drink, WATER, light snack,
good socks, hat and gloves and spare top in bag.

 

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Maeve's Gap Walk - The Barnavave, The Cooleys Co. Louth

 

Time: 4hrs
Distance: 12km
Graded: moderate
Where to Meet: Carlingford Tourist Office
Price: €25

Pick is available from Suffolk Street Main Tourist Office.
@ 9:25am
.... €10 return, (pay on the day for transport)
Places are limited so book early

 

About the walk: Carlingford

This is a fantastic walk which takes you high above the beautiful Norman settlement town of Carlingford. It follows a track along the side the of Slieve Foy but takes a left taking you through The Gap of Queen Maeve made famous from the legendry tale of the Táin Bó Cúailnge. From the walk you get great views of the Mournes, Carlingford and the coastline of Drogheda and Dundalk.
 


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Suitable walking boots, Rain gear, warm clothes, flask of hot drink, WATER, light snack,
good socks, hat and gloves and spare top in bag.

 

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Prince William Seat Co.Wicklow

 

Moderate Walk 2-3 hrs
Length 8Km ascent 500m
Where to Meet: Enniskerry @ 11am ( Car Pool if you can, save fuel and the enviroment)
Price:

Transport Available on the Day: 10am, Dublin Tourism Office Suffolk Street €10 return, please say if you wish to take this.

 
Glencree and Prince William’s Seat.

We will then drive to Curtlestown Wood and walk along part of the Wicklow Way trail to the top of Prince William’s Seat.
From here there are great views over the whole of Dublin, North Wicklow and Ireland’s East coast.

Sugarloaf

The walk is very varied and we pass through some great woodland, open hillside and along old Boreen tracks.

We will stop along the way for a bite to eat by the side of Glencree valley.

Suited to beginners

After the walk we can all catch up over a pint or something to eat in Nancy Hands in Enniskerry, before leaving Enniskerry.

Meeting point:

The Clock Tower at the village of Enniskerry Co. Wicklow @11am.

For those of you who would like to stay over either on the Saturday or Sunday of this. We recommend.

The Powerscourt Arms Country House

The Summerhill House Hotel

Coolakey B+B

Brook Cottage Ennsikerry


What to Bring for you day walk. Checklist
Suitable walking boots, Rain gear, warm clothes, flask of hot drink, WATER, small lunch,
good socks, hat and gloves and spare top in bag.

 

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